Firoz Nadiadwala plans multi-franchise Family Universe with Hera Pheri, Welcome, and more; deets inside!
**Firoz Nadiadwala Unveils Plans for a Cinematic Family Universe Featuring Hera Pheri, Welcome, and More**
Producer Firoz Nadiadwala has announced an ambitious new project: a cinematic Family Universe that will bring together sequels, prequels, and fresh editions of some of Bollywood’s most beloved franchises. Speaking to Mid-Day, Nadiadwala shared, “There are cop, horror, and spy universes, but after years of work, we have created a universe of all genres for the family audience.”
The Family Universe will include sequels and prequels of popular films such as *Aan: Men at Work* (2004), *Awara Paagal Deewana*, *Deewane Huye Paagal* (2005), along with new editions of the cult-favorite *Welcome* and *Hera Pheri* franchises.
Nadiadwala further explained, “We’ll also have new movies. All the films will be clean and larger-than-life. That’s why I call it the Family Universe, which will have new and older actors joining in and crossover characters.” Fans can look forward to seeing familiar faces from classic films alongside fresh talent, with crossover characters tying the universe together.
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### Legal Notice to Netflix Over Unauthorized Use of Baburao Character
This announcement comes just days after reports surfaced that Nadiadwala sent a legal notice to streaming giant Netflix regarding the alleged unauthorized use of Baburao Ganpatrao Apte — the iconic character immortalized by Paresh Rawal.
Representing Nadiadwala, Advocate Sana Raees Khan issued a statement emphasizing the gravity of the issue:
“Intellectual Property is not a matter of casual borrowing; it is the lifeblood of creativity. Unauthorised exploitation of my client’s iconic character is not just infringement; it is theft in its most blatant commercial form. The law will not permit dilution of rights that have been lawfully earned and zealously protected.”
While Nadiadwala himself has not publicly commented on the dispute, this move highlights his commitment to protecting the legacy of the cult comedy series.
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### The Enduring Legacy of Hera Pheri
Paresh Rawal’s Baburao, alongside Akshay Kumar as Raju and Suniel Shetty as Shyam, remains one of Bollywood’s most beloved comic trios. Both *Hera Pheri* (2000) and its sequel *Phir Hera Pheri* (2006) continue to enjoy cult status with audiences even years after their release.
Fans eagerly await the forthcoming projects under the Family Universe umbrella, hoping to see these classic characters return alongside new stories and fresh faces.
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